Ep 143: How Can EdTech Promote Behavioral Health and Academic Success?

Educational technology should play a critical role in fostering both academic achievement and behavioral health. Our children need us more than ever. But has it? Michael Bates has designed a groundbreaking framework to help tech founders understand the challenges faced by our children and youth and their social responsibility to develop products that prioritize student wellness while supporting academic performance. How can these companies separate themselves from competitors and have an impact far beyond their product?

Key points of our conversation:      💥 Mike's work with Ed Tech developers to shift the focus for well-being to drive student success. ​How can tech foster authentic connections for Gen A and Gen Z, who are the most isolated generations? 💥 We are the face of our brand. What can we give rather than take? ​ 💥 Understanding how we use technology effectively for our students from our holistic and wholistic lens. ​ 💥 The United States model of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) which include academic and behavioural health. How can national standards drive change within district school boards? 💥 How can tech help educators tailor their teaching strategies to meet the unique needs of each student, including disengagement, lack of focus and behavioural issues?

Connect with Michael: http://michaelbatessolutions.com/

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